Hostage Takers Killed in Rostov Operation, Guards Freed Unharmed
Several hostage takers were killed during a special forces operation to free two prison guards held in Rostov, southern Russia, according to Russian media reports. The guards emerged unhurt after the storming of the pre-trial detention center. The six detainees, who were facing terrorism charges related to the Islamic State (IS) group, were reportedly armed […]
Israel announces military pause on Gaza road to let in aid
The Israeli military says it will hold a daily “tactical pause of military activity” along a road in southern Gaza to enable more humanitarian aid to enter, but emphasised that there is no ceasefire and combat would continue in Rafah. The pauses, which are said to have begun on Saturday, will last from 08:00 local […]
Alleviate Economic Hardships Dagogo Urges Tinubu
Former House of Representatives member Hon. Farah Dagogo has called on President Bola Tinubu’s administration to implement effective economic policies to alleviate the widespread suffering of Nigerians. Dagogo described the current living conditions as “grim” and warned that indicators point to “further pains for the citizenry.” In a Sallah message to Muslim faithful across the […]
Tinubu Appoints Ayodeji Gbeleyi as New DG of Bureau of Public Enterprises
President Bola Tinubu has dismissed Mamman Ahmadu from his position as Director General of the Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE). According to a statement from presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale on Saturday, the president has appointed Ayodeji Ariyo Gbeleyi as the new DG of the BPE. The statement highlights Gbeleyi’s extensive credentials, noting, “Mr. Gbeleyi is […]
Emir Sanusi Unfazed by Potential Dethronement, Focuses on Legacy
Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 16th Emir of Kano, has expressed his lack of concern over the possibility of being removed from the throne by another governor. Sanusi, who was dethroned by former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje in 2020 following a personal rift, was reinstated by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. However, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, the […]
Nigeria Customs Seizes ₦3 Billion Worth of Cannabis at Tincan Island Port
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted a container carrying 1,072 kilograms of cannabis valued at ₦3 billion at the Tincan Island port in Lagos. Speaking to journalists on Friday, Comptroller-General of Customs Adewale Adeniyi revealed that the container was imported from Canada. The NCS is collaborating with the Nigeria Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) […]
Gov. Eno Demotes Principal for Extortion, Enforces Free Education Policy
The Akwa Ibom State government has demoted a school principal for extorting students with unauthorized charges, violating the state’s free education policy for basic education. This was announced by the Commissioner for Education, Dr. Idongesit Etiebet, in Uyo over the weekend. Etiebet warned all head teachers in public schools against imposing illegal fees on students, […]
US Justice Department Declines to Charge Attorney General Merrick Garland with Contempt of Congress
The US Department of Justice (DoJ) has decided not to pursue charges against Attorney General Merrick Garland for contempt of Congress, following the House of Representatives’ narrow vote to punish him for refusing to release audio tapes from an investigation into President Joe Biden. The Republican-controlled House voted 216-207 on Wednesday to recommend that the […]
Cyril Ramaphosa Re-elected President as ANC Forms Unprecedented Coalition with DA
South Africa’s parliament has re-elected Cyril Ramaphosa as the country’s president following a groundbreaking coalition deal between the governing African National Congress (ANC) and opposition parties. The new government of national unity brings together Mr. Ramaphosa’s ANC, the centre-right Democratic Alliance (DA), and smaller parties. In his victory speech, Mr. Ramaphosa praised the coalition, stating […]
“Ukraine Seeks Global Backing for Peace Formula Amid Shifting Battlefield Dynamics”
This weekend, a secluded Swiss resort overlooking Lake Lucerne will transform as dozens of world leaders and thousands of soldiers and police converge on Bürgenstock. Representatives from more than 90 countries and global institutions will attend the event, aiming to discuss foundational principles for ending the conflict in Ukraine. Swiss organizers hope the summit might […]
